Facility Maintenance Technician

The Facility Maintenance Technician will assist in the overall upkeep, repair, and maintenance of facility, grounds, and equipment utilizing a preventive maintenance schedule, practicing and ensuring proper operations.    Roles and Responsibilities Follow all safety rules Complete building repairs, plumbing, carpentry, painting, etc. Maintaining cleanliness of buildings Practice proper PPE compliance and maintain a safe working environment Immediately communicate unsafe conditions, acts or injuries to Manager Troubleshoot and repair equipment that is not operating properly Ensure that all equipment is kept in a proper and safe working condition Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work with and communicate to other plant personnel Safe operation of forklift Perform minor repairs and maintenance Follow good housekeeping practices by keeping maintenance and tool storage area neat and clean as well as timely cleanup of work area after each job is completed Perform other duties as required.   Requirements 3-5 years of experience working in a maintenance position, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment preferred Understand purpose and proper use of small hand and power tools Ability to identify cleaning and chemical supplies, to read and understand Hazard Communication Safety Data Sheets (SDS), to understand proper applications of chemicals and general cleaning supplies, and to frequently handle and properly dispose of these products Must be self-motivated and proactive about identifying areas for efficiency and improvement Willingness to work a flexible schedule, including early mornings or late evenings as needed according to departmental needs Must have reliable transportation Basic computer skills Self-motivation   Working Conditions Must be able to sit, stand, and walk for at least 8 hours per day Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items up to 50 pounds Must be able to climb a ladder, kneel, stoop, and bend at the waist regularly Manual dexterity needed for completing equipment installations and maintenance Visual acuity needed for reading screens and fine print Maintains a safe working environment, including wearing personal protective equipment, (PPE) ensuring proper storage of tools and equipment when not in use, using proper signage while working, etc. education requirements High School Graduate or GED, or any combination of education and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities.